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For outdoor photographer and alpinist , being outside isn’t only a part of his job; it’s one of the key things that keeps him going each day. Hesser struggles with depression, which has been more difficult for him to navigate than many of his toughest assignments and expeditions. In a new film from Mountain Hardwear, Chains of Habit, Hesser shares his story—including how recreating in the outdoors has helped him overcome his most challenging days—in the hopes of destigmatizing the conversation surrounding mental health.
Chains of Habit was produced by Hesser and , directed by , and edited by . The director of photography was , with photography by and drone work by .